Alberta Ballet: The Nutcracker at Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium Tickets

There's something astonishing about Christmas time - the Christmas tree, the twinkling lights, the scrumptious meals, the anticipation of gift-unwrapping, the music and the spirit of togetherness. No matter if we're halfway through the year or only getting starting now, this kind of magic is perfect for every month and there is simply no better way to tap into the spirit of the festive season than experiencing the stunning ballet that left the world completely entranced over a century ago!

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's Nut Cracker!

Legendary Romantic composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky composed the marvelous two-act ballet 'The Nutcracker' based on Alexandre Dumas' 1844 short story 'The Tale of a Nutcracker' and with original choreography by Marius Petipa, it became one of the world's top-rated, most most prized and well-liked classical ballets in history.

Featuring some of the world's most well-known tunes in classical collection, 'The Nutcracker' tells the tale of young Clara who receives a odd-looking wooden Nutcracker doll from her eccentric godfather on Christmas Eve. When the clock strikes midnight, the living room transforms into a wonderland where the toys come to life, with whom she embarks on a magical adventure.

'The Nutcracker' also boasts awe-inspiring skills - from jaw-dropping lifts and highly athletic leaps to exhilarating spins and phenomenal, graceful dancing, from astonishing choreography and astonishing puppetry to gorgeous hand-crafted costumes and scenery and of course, Tchaikovsky's eventful score to underline the on-stage artistry.

Alberta Ballet this winter

'The Nutcracker' is a theatrical experience for young and old that cannot be missed and is a staple in all ballet companies' libary. One of Canada's premier professional dance companies, Alberta Ballet brings their acclaimed seasonal production to life with company artists alongside elite students from Alberta Ballet School. Under the artistic direction of Francesco Ventriglia, this beloved production ignites curiosity and imagination for crowds across Alberta. This is for certain the one theatrical experience in 2026 that you owe to yourself and your loved ones! Trust us - we've seen 'The Nutcracker' plenty of times and every single time has been etched in our memories!

This year pure ballet-magic is coming to the epic Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium and there has never been a venue more suitable than this! This historic Edmonton venue, built in 1957, has been hosting world-class ballet, opera and concerts for decades.: every experience is enhanced by the Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium's superb sound and lighting, crisp surround sound, a massive capacity, plush seating on various levels and fantastic facilities for your ultimate comfort.

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So go ahead - have yourself a merry little Christmas this winter with 'The Nutcracker'!